Our planet is covered with over seventy percent water. And to true the fact the world is full of fish - well, atleast the watery parts are. Trophy fishing spots stick out for various reasons akin to its plankton of rich water like that of the North Caribbean or the outstanding structural habitat created by a reef like Australia's celebrated Great Barrier - there is something unique about each of these places. So obviously picking the best of all the fishing Meccas is a tall order. But, here are a dew hotspots of fishing around the world.
Sicily, Italy:
Sicily and fishing go hand in hand sadly its fish populace has starting deteriorating. But going to the isle and not trying spear fishing is like crime! Spear fishing is where you dive into the water and spear a fish - with a spear. Patience is the essence of spear fishing as the fish are quick and sly - so stick to shallow waters.
Sutherland, Scotland:
Enjoy Scotland by fishing from a boat or from the shore. The al fresco sport is prohibited on Sundays at the Kyle of Sutherland, but there are six other days of the week to take advantage of the bounty this magnificent landscape has to offer. Famous for its supply of salmon and brown and sea trout, the Kyle of Sutherland Angling Association has produced a handbook that helps fishermen figure out where to reel in the best fish. Visitors can get a permit for a day of sea trout fishing for $13, the view of the pristine rolling hills of Scotland are priceless though.
Phuket, Thailand:
Thailand is all about silver sand beaches, but if you find yourself on one of the clear blue waters of the Andaman - deep sea fishing is a must. The pristine waters of
Thailand beaches set the scene for the best fishing experience in the world. Cast your line and wait for swordfish, blue and black marlin, tuna and other striking fishes to bite. The strict catch-and-release policy means you will not be dining your achievements but a photo on the Thailand's west coast for Facebook or Twitter might do instead.
Florida Keys , United States:
Help yourself a perfectly mixed drink and turn up the volume to Jimmy Buffett's "Margaritaville" while you laze on South Florida's turquoise seas. You'll find the Marquesas Keys, located off of Key West's west coast to be an idyllic spot for fishing. The marine sanctuary law guarantees profusion of wildlife, where you can catch barracudas and sharks.
Cape Town, South Africa:
Visit Africa's Southern most town that brims with frolic. Fishermen herd the coastline that is overflowing with tuna. The area has some of the richest tuna grounds in the world and the world's toughest skirmishing fish. Cape Town's sundry ecosystem guarantees that you will see killer whales, albatross and also witness the dolphins galore. Though you can throw your net around the year, the tuna season lasts from September to June.